Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Houston: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Houston and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours 50 minutes.
Houston is 14 hours behind Tokyo, where Narita International Airport is located. Houston operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route is from Narita International Airport (NRT) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can choose from 10 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from NRT to IAH is the 16:45 United service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 17:25 with United.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from NRT to Houston. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can book a nonstop flight from Narita International Airport to Houston. Begin your journey at NRT and end it at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Check out the offers from United. This carrier has direct flights from Narita International Airport to Houston.
We make it easy to plan a flight from NRT to Houston that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you have a passport from Japan, you will need an ETA to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Narita International Airport to Houston for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before you fly.
Central Tokyo to NRT is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 58 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near NRT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Narita International Airport to Houston or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Narita International Airport to Houston is Rs96,540. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs192,168. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from NRT to Houston.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Narita International Airport to Houston. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Narita International Airport to Houston, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is approximately 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 49 minutes to get there using public transport.
Reserve a hotel near IAH if you have a late flight from Narita International Airport to Houston. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Following your flight from Narita International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 22 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 42 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near HOU. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from NRT to Houston at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Narita International Airport to Houston while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Houston, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from Narita International Airport to Houston, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from NRT to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Narita International Airport to Houston, check out our range of accommodation options including:
The Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Houston travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Hermann Park.
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